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Parliament and Policy News | Fisheries News

Parliament and Policy News
Who's Who in UK Fisheries Management

Our new article succinctly summarises the key players in UK fisheries management, outlining the roles and responsibilities of governmental, devolved and regional authorities. This includes the roles of Defra, the MMO, Marine Scotland, DAERA, the Welsh Government, IFCAs, RIFGs and more.
Consultation on Dogger Bank Scallop Fishery

The MMO is running a consultation to capture stakeholders’ views on a proposal to extend the closure of the Dogger Bank area king scallop fishery to 1 October. The purpose of the proposal is to provide increased protection for spawning scallop stocks. The consultation ends on 24 August.

Survey to Shape Fish Export Service

The MMO is conducting a survey for those involved in exporting seafood to the EU, to help shape the Fish Export Service and provide useful information to help businesses prepare for UK-EU trade in 2021. The survey focuses on catch certificates, process statements and storage documents.

New Fisheries Bill Progresses Through Commons

The Fisheries Bill entered the House of Commons on 1 July. The second reading, when MPs will debate the main principles of the Bill, is scheduled for 1 September. The Secretariat's digest of initial significant changes since 2019 is accessible here.

Fisheries News
A round-up of the latest UK-relevant fishing news from a variety of sources.

Norway Seeks Free Trade Agreement with UK for Seafood Exports
This is in contrast to the tariffs present for EU-Norway trade. Details depend on UK-EU negotiations, and could affect both the UK fishing and processing industries.

Seafish Round Up Latest Marine and Fisheries Policy News
Their round-up includes the status of the proposed Fisheries Bill, The MMO’s English Marine Plans, and the APPG on Fisheries’ latest policy brief.

Maritime and Coastguard Agency Seeks Consultations from Fishing Industry
The MCA is seeking views on their proposed Code of Practice for Small Fishing Vessels, which includes comprehensive vessel inspections every 5 years.

Seafish Publish Economic Estimates for UK Commercial Fishing in 2019
These estimates indicate a similar economic picture to 2018, but it is acknowledged that Covid-19 has since had profound effects on the industry.

Exploration of Adaptive Measures to Lockdown from Seafood Businesses
A variety of case studies from the south-east indicate how fishing businesses adapted to Covid-19, through direct sales initiatives and other innovative measures.

Fathom Podcast Talks to CFPO Youth Board on New Fishing Entrants
The latest episode explores the challenges and opportunities facing young people in fishing, and the first ever Commercial Fishing Apprenticeship Standard.
For more information, contact the APPG on Fisheries Secretariat

Jacob Ashton, Katrina Ryan and Rebecca Kaye
secretariat@fisheriesappg.org
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